Canterbury Police are now able to name the victim of the fatal workplace incident in Christchurch yesterday (9 December 2015). He was 65 year old Colin Andrew Craig from Christchurch.
The death has been referred to the Coroner. Canterbury Police and Victim Support are working with his family and colleagues at this extremely upsetting and traumatic time.
Police and WorkSafe NZ investigations are ongoing.
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Issued by: Lisa-Marie Brooks, District Communications Manager, Canterbury Police District